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Modal realism: Philosophical theory that claims modal possible worlds are in some sense real, notably advocated by David Lewis. ^[e]

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Metaphysics [r]: Branch of philosophy concerned with explaining the nature of the world. ^[e]
Modality [r]: Add brief definition or description
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Possible worlds [r]: Add brief definition or description

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David Lewis [r]: (1941–2001) American philosopher best known for his advocacy of modal realism. ^[e]
On the Plurality of Worlds [r]: 1986 book by David Lewis advocating modal realism about possible worlds. ^[e]

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